Security Officer

Security
Sierra Leone, Freetown
December 30, 2025
Full Time
Application ends: January 15, 2026

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Job Description

 

VACANCY NOTICE

Occupational Fields:

Government (Public Service)

Employment Type:

Full Time

Years of experience:

1-2 years

Salary:

Attractive

Career with a Reputable Agency)

A reputable Agency is looking to recruit a highly dedicated and committed employee to serve in the capacity of Security Officer. 

Required General Skills:

  • Ability to communicate (possess good communication skills) effectively at all times
  • Must be an individual that has an eye for little details. That is to say that the security officer must be observant at all times
  • Must have good interpersonal skills, i.e., he/she must be a people person
  • Must be proactive in nature. He/she must be someone that acts fast whenever necessary
  • Must be able to work effectively as part of a team or lead a team if need be
  • The security officer must be customer-friendly
  • Must have the ability to evaluate and assess any given situation properly. In other words, he/she must possess good analytical skills
  • Must also be good at decision-making
  • Must be able to operate telephone equipment 
  • Should have at least attempted the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and be able to read and write 
  • At least one year of verifiable experience in a similar role
  • Service in any military or para-military role would be an added advantage

Responsibilities

  • Protect and/or watch over the Agency’s assets and spaces
  • Watch security cameras to detect any form of suspicious activity within the environment
  • Monitor the fire alarm system in the office premises to provide alert in case there is any form of disturbance or emergency within the buildings especially after working hours
  • Sound alarm or place necessary calls to the appropriate authorities (management and police or fire service) in case of any emergency
  • Secure spaces and ensure the safety of those within Bureau’s premises
  • Control and supervise the entrance of both individuals and vehicles in the office area
  • Capture and detain offenders, in case further investigation is required
  • Warn people of consequences of breaking certain rules like loitering and trespassing
  • Monitor the exit of all employees to avoid theft of the Bureau’s properties
  • Maintain written logs
  • Provide assistance to both employees and the Agency’s clients in a friendly and polite manner
  • Carry out investigations and prepare reports on incidents or any form of suspicious activity that takes/took place.
  • Any other duties assigned by management.

 

Interested applicants should send their Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with details of Three (3) Professional Referees to to standards_quality@yahoo.com and copy emmanuelnavo@yahoo.co.uk not later than 3:00pm on Tuesday 15th January, 2026.

 

Please note that the Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.